Early Childhood Credential

  The MEIPN Early Childhood course is a rigorous study of Montessori philosophy and curriculum, and of the developmental and cultural factors that impact a classroom composed of two and a half to six year old children. The academic phase offers the teacher the knowledge, understanding and practical skills needed to prepare an environment that nurtures the physical, spiritual, emotional and cognitive development of the young child.

Respect for the individual, support of family, and differences in learning style and pace are emphasized. Other aspects of the teacher’s role, including parent education and auxiliary staff training, are examined in depth. The year long practicum provides the student teacher with an opportunity to practice and refine the learning experienced in the academic phase.

The MACTE competencies for the Early Childhood Teacher Candidate are the guidelines by which a student’s performance is judged.

The AMS Early Childhood credential meets the Washington State STARS requirement for those supervising preschool children in state licensed facilities.